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 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
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Prime Time Original Foundation Primer

$31.00

4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 Stars (369 Reviews)
This clean, mineral powered primer extends makeup wear for 24hrs with a soft-focused, breathable matte finish that smooths and controls shine.*
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer

Prime Time Original Foundation Primer

What It Is:

This clean, mineral powered primer extends makeup wear for 24hrs with a soft-focused, breathable matte finish that smooths and controls shine.*

What It Does:

The Original Prime Time Primer is back, for real—24hr makeup extension and oil control.*  This clean, mattifying formula smooths texture, blurs pores, and nourishes skin with antioxidant-rich vitamins C+E and mineral-rich sea water for a healthier-looking complexion.

Proven Results:

  • The 24hr makeup extending and mattifying primer you love is back for real*
  • Clean, silky gel formula glides on seamlessly,* to prep skin for makeup
  • Mineral powered, breathable **, oil-controlling formula* smooths skin instantly** and overtime***

Clinical Claims*:

  • 24hr extended makeup wear & oil control
  • 27% smoother skin after 4 weeks of use
  • 23% reduction in pores after 4 weeks of use
  • 21% improvement in look of bare skin immediately and 15% improvement after 4 weeks of use
  • Crease-proof, sweat-proof, humidity-proof, and waterproof

Consumer Claims:

  • 100% agree it smooths skin instantly**
  • 95% agree it improves the appearance of skin texture  overtime***
  • 96% agree it soothes and nourishes skin over time***
  • 90% agree it helps control shine over time***
  • 91% saw immediate pore improvement***
  • Consumers agreed it offers comfortable wear, layers well under makeup, and doesn’t pill **

*based on an independent clinical test of 30 panelists
** based on an independent consumer test of 30 panelists
*** based on an independent consumer test of 30 panelists using foundation+ primer

PUMP. PRESS. PERFECT.

Prep skin with your skincare routine and allow ample time for it to absorb. 

  • PUMP one to two drops of PRIME TIME® Original Foundation primer to your fingertips. 
  • PRESS fingertips together to warm the silky-gel primer formula for an even application.  
  • PERFECT the look of bare skin by massaging the product gently across your entire face using the fingers, starting at the center of the face and blending outward.  

For best results, allow 60 seconds for the primer to dry before makeup application. 

DIMETHICONE, ISODODECANE, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/LAURYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYSILICONE-11, VP/HEXADECENE COPOLYMER, GLYCERIN, SEA WATER (MARIS AQUA/EAU DE MER), CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYGLYCERYL-4 CAPRATE, POLYGLYCERYL-6 CAPRYLATE, SILICA, WATER (AQUA/EAU), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE.

30 ml / 1 fl. oz.
4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 369 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 248 Total 4 star reviews: 70 Total 3 star reviews: 23 Total 2 star reviews: 14 Total 1 star reviews: 14
86%would recommend this product
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369 reviews
  • Linda K. S.
    Verified Buyer
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    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Dry
    Skin Tone Medium
    Best To Use For Natural Finish, Sheer Coverage, All Day Wear, Quick Application
    Age over 60
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 days ago
    Love this Bare Minerals Primer

    This Prime Time Original Foundation Primer is really great. I have been using Bare Minerals for many years, and this primer feels as good as or even better than the original! And I loved the original so much that I hoarded some fearing I would never find another as good. Using this primer is so easy, just a little goes a long way. My face feels amazing after I put it on. Smooth when I touch my face, comfortable, not greasy or sticky, and my skin doesn't feel dry or pulled tight. Then when I use foundation, it goes on smooth and even. Primer fills in some wrinkles, and makes me look younger, which I love too. Try it, you will like it too! (BTW, I'll be 78 this fall. I began using Bare Minerals 20 plus years ago)

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  • Patricia B.
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    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Normal
    Skin Tone Fair
    Best To Use For Sheer Coverage
    Age over 60
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Primer

    Less is more and so VERY much effective! Feels great upon application and is SO eo

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  • Connie Q.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Oily
    Skin Tone Light
    Best To Use For Natural Finish
    Age over 60
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer

    I had ordered 3 Bare Mineral Primer recently(white color boxes) but was unhappy because the foundation inside is running like water, it's supposedly thicker.

    They must be the old products, had expired.

    Thank you for the new primer I'd received and will oder more soon.

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  • Erin G.
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    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    Skin Type Combination
    Skin Tone Light
    Age 41-50
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Did the formula change?

    I love this primer and have been using it for a long time. With that said, something feels different about it since the packaging changed. Did the formula change? My experience with it is that it doesn't perform as well.

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  • Vicky V. S.
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    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Normal
    Skin Tone Medium
    Best To Use For Sheer Coverage
    Age over 60
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 weeks ago
    Prime time

    Under foundation primer

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The Comeback of a Fan Favorite

Once beloved by beauty lovers everywhere, Prime Time Original Foundation Primer returns better than ever. Revamped with clean beauty standards, this iconic formula glides on effortlessly to prep your skin with a smooth, soft-focus finish. It’s the foundation primer you’ve missed, now back with a purpose to give your complexion that flawless, poreless look you remember. Pair it with our SPF Foundation for the best results.

Packed With Performance Ingredients

Formulated with a powerful blend of mineral-rich sea water and a Vitamin C+E complex, this gel primer does more than just prep. It helps reduce the appearance of pores while enhancing skin health over time. The Linear Silicone Complex creates a breathable layer that replicates the feel and performance of the original making your makeup last longer and look smoother. Complete your routine with our mineral veil setting spray for a much long-lasting matteeffect.

The Perfect Start for Any Look 

No matter your skin type, Prime Time Original Foundation Primer works with your natural texture to deliver a seamless foundation base. The lightweight, mattifying texture makes it an ideal choice for everything from everyday natural looks to full glam. Clean, effective, and back by popular demand this is the smooth primer your routine has been waiting for. Also try our moisturizers for more hydrating effect.